Homeopathy

What is homeopathy?

Homeopathy is a therapeutic method that has been used for over 200 years. It is an effective and gentle method that respects the body and the patient. The treatment considers the patient as a unique individual.

Homeopathy works by stimulating the body’s self-healing capacity through the principle of “like cures like,” a principle that dates back to Hippocrates. In classical homeopathy, a patient generally receives one homeopathic remedy at a time. This remedy must be chosen with precision, taking into account the person as a whole and their individuality.

The use of complementary medicine continues to rise in Switzerland, reaching two-thirds of the population, according to a recent EMR study, and homeopathy is one of the most popular forms of complementary medicine.

What can homeopathic treatment do for you?

Homeopathy is a recognized therapeutic method that helps with most health issues and illnesses, both acute and chronic.

Homeopathy combines very well with medical treatments and surgeries, helping to alleviate side effects and often speeding up recovery.

Homeopathy can be used to aid recovery from acute illnesses, such as colds, ear infections, sore throats, lung infections, urinary tract infections, and others, as well as to promote healing from injuries and recovery after surgery or childbirth.

It can be used to aid in the treatment of all types of chronic conditions, such as skin problems, allergies, digestive issues, hormonal issues related to fertility and menstruation, and menopause-related disorders. It is also used for conditions such as cancer, Crohn’s disease, Hashimoto’s disease, ulcerative colitis, and multiple sclerosis, among others.

Homeopathy is also used in children to treat recurring illnesses (colds, ear infections, pneumonia), as well as insomnia, anxiety, chronic fatigue, learning difficulties, and hyperactivity.

Over time, homeopathic treatment helps improve your well-being by strengthening your natural defenses and reducing your susceptibility to illness, fatigue, and stress.

How does homeopathic treatment work?

Homeopathic treatment begins with a discussion – the initial consultation — during which we work together to identify the various symptoms and their specific characteristics in detail. This session lasts about 2 hours and can take place in person or via video conference. I then analyze this information by repertorizing the symptoms and send you all the information about the remedy to take and how to take it.

During the follow-up consultation, we review the various symptoms to note any changes and adjust the treatment, if necessary. The follow-up consultation generally lasts 10–30 minutes and can usually be conducted over the phone.

The duration of treatment depends on the condition and the patient’s wishes. It can range from one or two weeks for acute cases to several months for complex chronic cases. The frequency of follow-up consultations also depends on the condition and the patient’s situation. For example, in chronic cases, a follow-up every month or every two months may be entirely sufficient.

EMR Study on the Use of Complementary Medicine in Switzerland: CAM Barometer 2024